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Texans Set to Activate Rookie Safety Jaylen Reed for Wild-Card at Steelers

Houston seeks stability at safety after weeks of turnover.

Overview

  • Houston released edge rusher Darrell Taylor to open a 53-man roster spot, according to multiple reports.
  • DeMeco Ryans said Reed's practice window was opened and he returned to practice, finishing the week without setbacks.
  • Reed has not played since Nov. 30 after a forearm injury that required a metal plate.
  • The 2024 sixth-round pick has logged 14 tackles, one pass breakup and one fumble recovery in seven games.
  • If activated, Reed is a candidate to start at safety in Monday night's AFC wild-card game at Pittsburgh.